Starting August 2027 - AmeriCorps Access Coach – MINNESOTA

College Possible AmeriCorps•St Paul, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

College Possible is seeking an AmeriCorps Access Coach to support high school juniors and seniors as they explore college opportunities and complete the college application process. Coaches serve primarily at a partner high school, teach college-preparatory classes, and provide individual coaching to help students develop college plans and make progress toward program goals. The role also includes student recruitment, maintaining student and program records, and coordinating college transition services with the College Success Team. This is an in-person, full-time service position in Minnesota, running from August 2027 through June 2028. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 40–45 hours per week. Coaches must attend mandatory ongoing training at the office every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The service year includes two weeks of onboarding and training, ongoing professional and leadership development, and required programmatic and community service events. The listed compensation is a living stipend of $1,041.66 paid biweekly and a Segal Education Award of $7,395. Medical health insurance is listed; the amount represents the 2026–2027 service year and may change. The role requires reliable transportation to the office, assigned school placements, and other required locations. Work is split between the College Possible office and affiliated institutions, with limited travel. Applicants must meet AmeriCorps eligibility requirements and pass the required criminal history and security checks before training. Position placement and enrollment depend on final funding notification.

Requirements

Be a U.S. citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident.
Be a college graduate between 2021 and 2026 and/or not exceed age 27 by August 2026.
Pass a National Service Criminal History Check and all other security requirements set by College Possible and the school district before training begins.
Have strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other Office Suite programs.
Have a desire to work in a nonprofit organization and a strong commitment to helping students earn college admission and persist toward degree completion.
Demonstrate adaptability, flexibility, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
Have strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data and reports effectively.
Demonstrate outstanding attention to detail and strong organizational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines, multitask, and handle potentially stressful situations calmly and appropriately.
Be willing and able to take initiative and thrive in new environments.
Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
Be able to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
Be flexible to work in multiple locations.
Have reliable transportation to and from the office, assigned school placements, and other required locations.
Be able to lift up to 15 pounds when needed.
Be able to stand and/or sit for at least seven hours a day.

Responsibilities

Teach college-preparatory classes for 40 or more high school students at a local high school campus.
Ensure students receive high-quality services, school partner needs are met, and students make satisfactory progress toward program goals.
Provide one-on-one coaching to students to develop their college plans.
Learn and maintain knowledge of students’ interests, needs, and backgrounds.
Conduct follow-up phone calls with parents and students as needed.
Lead student recruitment at the assigned high school, including information sessions, tabling, communicating with school staff, facilitating interviews, and welcoming students into the program.
Collect, organize, and maintain student and program documents.
Update the database weekly and maintain student records and statistics.
Coordinate with the College Success Team to provide college transition services to graduating high school seniors.
Submit biweekly timesheets, periodic reports, self-evaluations, supervisor evaluations, and other required service documentation.
Attend required programmatic and community service events.
Attend mandatory ongoing office training every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Benefits

Living stipend of $1,041.66 paid in biweekly installments.
Segal Education Award of $7,395.
Medical health insurance; the stated amount is for the 2026–2027 service year and may change.
Paid school breaks and holidays.
Two weeks of onboarding and training.
Consistent professional and leadership development training.
Employee Assistance Program access with mental, physical, and financial wellness benefits.
Company-provided technology.
Company-provided gear and apparel.
Access to the College Possible alumni network.
AmeriCorps-eligible student loan deferment and interest forbearance.
Childcare benefits program.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
Access to the Department of Education's Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Access to the Schools of National Service Network for additional education benefits.
Access to AmeriCorps alumni and Employers of National Service networks.